Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Heights Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $800 (36 Rentals)

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801 King St
2 Bedroom Apartments

801 King St

801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
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2411 Blossom St

2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
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Hampton House

1800 Senate StColumbia, SC 29201
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Melrose Heights, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melrose Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose Heights area of Columbia, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $890. Main Street Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,018. Here are the most affordable Melrose Heights apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towers at Forest Acres2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$890
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,018
Rosewood Gardens2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1,075
Hub Columbia4x34BR,3BA$1,090
Ravenwood Hills2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,095
The Cooper2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,099
Hampton Greene Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 598 sqft1BR,1BA$1,140
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,211
Hampton CourtsHC11CR801BR,1BA$1,224

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Heights, SC

As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose Heights area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Melrose Heights apartment is the 3 bed/2 bath Model at Ravenwood Hills starting at $1,395 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hub Columbia4x4 Oasis4BR,4BA$0.89
Ravenwood Hills3 bed/2 bath3BR,2BA$1.24
The Lady6A2BR,2BA$1.79
The Cooper2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.13
Senate PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.67
Rosewood Gardens2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.39
Hampton CourtsHC11CR801BR,1BA$1.68
Hampton Greene Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 598 sqft1BR,1BA$1.91
Cornell Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Melrose Heights, Columbia, SC

Ranked #30

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Melrose Heights, Columbia, and the greater Columbia area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose Heights is at Bennet at BullStreet listed at $1,540.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Heights Apartment is $992 at Towers at Forest Acres.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose Heights is starting from $890 at Towers at Forest Acres.

What is the most affordable Melrose Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Melrose Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rosewood Gardens and starts from $1,250.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!